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Reviews of Lainston House 5 stars

Sparsholt, Winchester, SO21 2LT, United Kingdom

#5 of 17 hotels in Winchester

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 223 hotel reviews

8.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.1

  • Comfort

    9.1

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    8.7

  • Staff

    9.2

  • Value for money

    7.7

  • Free WiFi

    8.1

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  • Reviewed: 8 September 2024

    8.0
    Still good, but noisy this time.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Heritage Family Junior Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    On a rare escape from the children, we were looking forward to a meal and a quiet evening before settling down to a comfortable sleep (as usual). There was a wedding reception in the hotel and our room was right next to the barn where the reception was. We called down to check and were told it wouldn’t go on later than 10:30. The music was loud and thumping until 11:30 when it was turned down, then quieter but still audible until 1:30am. Not what I expect from a usually perfect stay.

    It’s a beautiful house, well kept and attended by the staff. We stayed here on our wedding night so it holds happy memories for us. We have been back a number of times in the following 18 years.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 August 2024

    10
    Was staying for a friends wedding, the weather was wet so the outdoor setting was changed to indoors seamlessly by the s
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Comfy
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    n/a

    Lovely hotel in a great setting, the room was also very comfortable with a really well equipped bathroom (bath and walk in multi jet shower). Staff were really friendly and helpful which made my stay more memorable.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 August 2024

    8.0
    Stunning sureoundings
    • Solo traveller
    • Comfy
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Service not quite as good as Pennyhill Park. Didn't feel 5 star

    The location and grounds were stunning

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 August 2024

    8.0
    Dinner at The Avenue was superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxe
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    Property is slightly faded but staff and restaurant very good

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 July 2024

    9.0
    The staff were incredible and were quick to help and nothing was too much! They made the stay memorable.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Cosy room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was lovely but a little tired for the price. Would have been nice to update decor to more of a country boutique style.

    Beautiful setting and entrance

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 31 July 2024

    8.0
    Fantastic location and first class staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Heritage Junior Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There could have been a mini fridge in a room that was nearly £400 per night?

    Amazing staff and lovely environment all round

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 July 2024

    10
    We thoroughly enjoyed the hotel, meals, staff & location. Will most definately return.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Comfy
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location perfect. Hotel charming. Staff very friendly.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 July 2024

    10
    Relaxing, pampering, a real treat.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Delft
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    Friendly and helpful staff. Exceptional food. Perfect venue. Beautiful grounds.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 July 2024

    9.0
    A momentary slip into another world, stunning yet unpretentious
    • Business trip
    • Couple
    • Luxe
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The breakfast menu could have been a little more traditional for vegetarians who sometimes just like a decent sausage and egg like anyone else! TV not working wasn’t great nor was the WiFi which did disrupt our evening and was disappointing.

    The spa bath in the room was a real unexpected gift, the food was delicious, the grounds phenomenal in terms of beauty being upheld alongside its history, care, and pragmatic use with the kitchen garden especially. Staff were friendly and professional, warm and nice to be around and the thoughtfulness in every element of the house and garden was enchanting.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 July 2024

    8.0
    An exceptional hotel in stunning grounds
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cosy room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    hot breakfast overcooked three fishcakes in the bar overpriced

    Architecture; grounds; natural beauty; open and friendly staff; atmosphere in the bar

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 July 2024

    9.0
    A beautiful manor house, will stunniing gardens and views. Great restaurant experiences!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Comfy
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothiing, but shame about the weather, it would have been so lovely to sit outside in the garden.

    It is a lovely country manor house, and the room was very well equipped with a great shower, bath, plus the bed was very comfy! The views and gardens are beautiful, and the staff all very helpful.

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 July 2024

    9.0
    Excellent
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Comfy
    • Stayed 1 night

    No spa

    all

    Stayed in July 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 July 2024

    10
    What a magnificent place!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Heritage Family Junior Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    What an incredibly luxurious place. The staff were super friendly and the grounds are magnificent!

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 June 2024

    10
    Beautiful experience would visit again!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Comfy
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beautiful property in a stunning setting. We went for our anniversary. Staff were exceptionally good. Really attentive and professional and helpful. We had a small issue at breakfast and they were very apologetic and kind. Facilities were amazing and room super comfortable and romantic. We had an afternoon tea which was delicious and they took great care of our dietary requirements. Lovely grounds for walks and cosy drawing room to spend an evening reading or chatting with loved ones. Had the best time and wholeheartedly recommend!!

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 June 2024

    10
    Overall a lovely experience in a beautiful building and location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxe
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Dinner - as described above

    Room very comfortable and well appinted, breakfast excellent, service second to none. Dinner in "The Avenue" fussy, over-presented and hugely expensive. Quality of food was good but would have been far more appreciated with less "design" and more food.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 June 2024

    10
    Didn’t start well but ended well
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Heritage Junior Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The Oak room needs DYI, and good cleaning, there were cobwebs in the ceiling in the Oak and the Pine room too, the housekeeping staff should look up more, this establishment claims to be 5*, so cleanliness is key and basic really. Otherwise, all good.

    We were originally given the Oak room but for £400 a night we unsurprisingly had high expectations, which this room didn’t meet, the hotel needs to spend money replacing the bath tub there which in places was rusty, I didn’t fancy giving my toddler a bath there, plom. The staff at the reception acted quickly though and changed us to the Pine room, which was everything we had hoped for. We loved our stay after that. Thank you.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 March 2024

    10
    Lovely hotel with truly excellent staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Luxe
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It would have been nice to stay longer

    A wonderful hotel. We will be back very soon

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 March 2024

    10
    Gorgeous hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Heritage Junior Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Beautiful. Lovely staff. Great facilities

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 February 2024

    10
    Nice ambience pity it was short
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Heritage Family Junior Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    The architecture

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 February 2024

    10
    Relaxing, decadent and exceptional - Highly recommended.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Heritage Junior Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing. It was honestly a wonderful weekend escape.

    The staff in this hotel are amazing. Alex from The Wellhouse restaurant went above and beyond in his customer service, from especially helping to source a cheese platter even though it wasn't on the menu to brilliantly handling the whole room of customers when the lights went out due to a short power failure. The food was exceptional and the service was outstanding. I really couldn't recommend this experience highly enough.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 January 2024

    10
    Very relaxing and enjoyable
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Heritage Junior Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very traditional hotel with lots of wonderful features. Very comfortable and cosy.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 January 2024

    8.0
    A haven of peace in beautiful surroundings.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cosy room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    We were in Laurel room and we kept getting lost on our journey to and from the room. Basically, the signage is bad. Far more signs are required to Reception and to particular rooms. Also, I'm elderly with strength and balance problems. The shower room was well designed except that there are no handrails to hold on to and there is one minute soap container which can only hold one bottle. There should be at least two containers. Form must always be married to function!

    The Bar and breakfast

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 December 2023

    10
    Great to go back to where we got married 20 years ago. Lovely hotel in amazing surroundings
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Cosy room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    Good food. Fantastic room . Staff friendly and welcoming .

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 December 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Four Poster Suite
    • Stayed 1 night

    The staff here are magnificent, really accommodating and just generally polite. The surroundings are incredible and the house its self is picturesque. Highly recommend the Plough Inn down the road which had lovely food and settings. Then recommend the cocktail bar as well

    Stayed in December 2023

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